Nester Dudley engages in a candid discussion with Valerie about the controversy surrounding "The Embrace", a bronze statue commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King. They explore the artist Hank Willis Thomas's background, addressing past allegations of plagiarism and the potential motivations behind the provocative angles in the statue. Is it a deliberate act of artistic expression, or does it hint at opportunism? Discover the layers of this complex controversy as they navigate through the intersections of art, fame, and societal reactions.

294 Days! The Make It Rain Podcast co-hosts, D Train & Angelica, are here to talk about the release of Brittney Griner from detainment in Russia. Also, a brief NBA discussion.

Cedric Claus! 'Tis the season & here comes Cedric Claus from South-Central South Pole!

Malden Overcoming Addiction (MOA) President Paul Hammersley returns after four years to update us all about this non-profit organization.

Name It The Homeys! Retirement works well for Ron Cox, the former Executive Director of Malden Access Television/Urban Media Arts as he basks in the glory of MATV/UMA victory of winning the Hometown Media Award!

Make It Rain! Talking WNBA w/D-Train & Angelica from The Make It Rain Podcast, who recently shifted their format from concentrating on the NBA to concentrating on the W.

The Vacc of Life! Are you vaccinated or are you not? How many times a day does this topic come up in conversation? Is this everyone's business or is this a private matter?

Stop Killing Black People! A discussion about the George Floyd murder & Derek Chauvin trial followed by the Daunte Wright murder & the arrest of Kimberly Potter.

Black Captain America! Fighting for a country that will not fight for him, Isaiah Bradley becomes the ultimate sacrificial lamb during WWII! Alan Vickers, from New England Comics, here to have a conversation about the urban myth of the Marvel Universe!

Women's History Month Special! Thirteen women & 8yrs o Mamas are featured in this compilation of acknowledgement & achievements of women from the live television production of Around The Rim recorded during Women's History Month from 2012 - 2020.